How much do you know about DUI enforcement and investigation?
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What is the definition of DUI according to the text?

  • Driving while under the influence of drugs only
  • Driving while under the influence of any substance that impairs normal faculties (correct)
  • Driving while under the influence of alcohol and drugs only
  • Driving while under the influence of alcohol only

    • What are some visual cues that suggest a driver may be intoxicated?

  • Driving too slowly and cautiously
  • Speeding and tailgating
  • Using turn signals excessively
  • Wide radius turns, weaving, and erratic braking (correct)

    • What are the three standardized field sobriety tasks (SFST)?

  • Horizontal gaze nystagmus, breathalyzer test, one-leg stand
  • Horizontal gaze nystagmus, walk and turn, one-leg stand (correct)
  • Walk and turn, blood test, urine test
  • Breathalyzer test, blood test, urine test

    • What happens if a DUI suspect refuses to provide a breath sample?

    <p>They may be charged with refusal to submit to testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can a forced blood draw occur?

    <p>Only if the suspect is unconscious or incapable of consent or refusal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are Drug Recognition Experts (DREs)?

    <p>Law enforcement officers trained to identify drug-impaired drivers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a second officer in a DUI investigation?

    <p>To provide backup for the stopping officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if they suspect impairment during a traffic stop?

    <p>Initiate a traffic stop and observe the driver's appearance, behavior, and speech</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for blood collection kits in DUI investigations?

    <p>They must not be expired</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered a driver/operator in Florida?

    <p>Anyone who operates a vehicle on any public or private road in Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of DUI?

    <p>Driving or controlling a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any substance that impairs normal faculties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some visual cues that suggest a driver may be intoxicated?

    <p>Wide radius turns, weaving, and erratic braking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three standardized field sobriety tasks (SFST)?

    <p>Horizontal gaze nystagmus, walk and turn, and one-leg stand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a driver suspected of impairment refuses to provide a breath sample?

    <p>They may receive a citation for refusal to submit to testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can blood samples be collected from drivers involved in a serious injury or death crash?

    <p>If there is probable cause of impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a forced blood draw appropriate?

    <p>If the suspect is unconscious or incapable of consent or refusal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can draw blood for DUI investigations?

    <p>Authorized personnel such as licensed paramedics or nurses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can commercial vehicle operators operate with any alcohol in their system?

    <p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Operational Guidelines for DUI Enforcement and Investigation

    • DUI enforcement and investigation have become more sophisticated due to heightened public concern and the need for precise techniques.

    • A driver/operator is anyone who drives or controls a vehicle on any public or private road in Florida.

    • DUI is defined as driving or controlling a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any substance that impairs normal faculties.

    • Traffic/DUI enforcement officers are specially trained to apprehend and process impaired drivers.

    • Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) are law enforcement officers trained to identify drug-impaired drivers.

    • Visual cues that suggest a driver may be intoxicated include wide radius turns, weaving, and erratic braking.

    • When an officer suspects impairment, they should initiate a traffic stop and observe the driver's appearance, behavior, and speech.

    • Officers should request drivers suspected of impairment to perform standardized field sobriety tasks (SFST) to evaluate the extent of impairment.

    • The three SFSTs are horizontal gaze nystagmus, walk and turn, and one-leg stand.

    • If probable cause is established, the officer may arrest the driver for DUI and request a breath sample.

    • Refusal to provide a breath sample may result in a citation for refusal to submit to testing.

    • Documentation of DUI arrests requires an incident report that covers probable cause, SFST administration, and arrestee behavior, among other details.Guidelines for Blood and Urine Sample Collection in DUI Investigations

    • If a traffic crash involves suspected impairment, the officer must inform the driver that a criminal investigation is being conducted and read them their Miranda warnings.

    • Blood samples may be collected from drivers involved in a serious injury or death crash if there is probable cause of impairment, but a forced blood draw should only occur with a search warrant or consent from the suspect.

    • If a DUI suspect refuses to cooperate with testing, they should be charged for refusal even if a warrant is obtained later.

    • A forced blood draw may be appropriate if the suspect is unconscious or incapable of consent or refusal, and the DHSMV must be notified of any fatality or serious bodily injury resulting from impairment.

    • Serious bodily injury examples include unconsciousness, paralysis, severe bleeding, broken bones, or permanent disfigurement, and a blood draw without a warrant should only be done as a last resort.

    • Officers investigating fatal or potentially fatal crashes must consult with the State Attorney's Office before filing any charges, including traffic citations.

    • Blood collection kits must not be expired, and authorized personnel such as licensed paramedics or nurses must draw the blood while the officer witnesses the withdrawal.

    • Urine collection kits require the officer to witness the subject urinate into the container and complete a security seal and chain of custody form.

    • Commercial vehicle operators cannot operate with any alcohol in their system, and a breath test may be requested if there is an odor of alcohol on their breath.

    • If a second officer is needed to complete a DUI investigation, the original stopping officer will provide the citation/written warning and act as the backup officer while the Traffic/DUI Enforcement Officer initiates the investigation.

    • If probable cause is established, an arrest will be made, and the Traffic/DUI Enforcement Officer will complete the incident report while the original stopping officer completes a written supplemental report.

    • Multiple charges associated with a DUI arrest should be issued by one officer on one affidavit, except for violations of probation or warrant.

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    Brush up on your knowledge of DUI enforcement and investigation with this quiz! From defining DUI to understanding the standardized field sobriety tasks (SFST), this quiz covers everything you need to know about identifying and apprehending impaired drivers. You'll also learn about the guidelines for blood and urine sample collection in DUI investigations and the necessary documentation for DUI arrests. Test your knowledge and see how well you know the operational guidelines for DUI enforcement and investigation.

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